Nelakondapalli Buddhist site in Telangana to be developed as international heritage and tourism destination: Minister - The HinduPublished - October 26, 2026 08:40 pm IST - KHAMMAMThe imposing Buddhist maha stupa at Nelakondapally in Khammam district. | Photo Credit: File PhotoThe historic Buddhist Stupa at Nelakondapalli and its surrounding areas in the Palair Assembly constituency of Khammam district will be developed into an international Buddhist heritage and tourism destination, informed Revenue, Housing and Information and Public Relations Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy.The Minister laid the foundation stone for tourism facilities and the restoration and conservation of the protected Buddhist site at Nelakondapalli on Monday.Highlighting the ancient site’s rich heritage and historical significance, the Minister said excavations conducted there in the past had unearthed several antiquities, which were subsequently preserved at a museum in Hyderabad.He said a meeting would be held at Nelakondapalli to seek the views and suggestions of Buddhist monks, experts and local people on transforming the ancient site into a major tourism destination while preserving its rich heritage for future generations.Director of the Department of Heritage K. Arjun Rao and Khammam Collector Divakara T.S. were present.Published - October 26, 2026 08:40 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }